Chico is a Japanese Macaque. They are also known as snow monkeys and have been known to bask in hot springs during cold winters. Chico came to Bear Creek with his mate Miss Anna. Japanese macaques are large, (they weigh about 30 pounds) very strong and are one of the most intellegent of all non-human primates.

We are a Private Foundation
registered charity.
( 88009 4024 RR0001 )
100% of any money you donate to Bear Creek goes directly to the care of our animals. We are located just west of Barrie, Ontario, in Canada.

We depend on our donors and supporters to help us care for our current residents and to attend to new animals who need our help.